Here is an interesting article on Interactive Media: How Interactive Media Can Scramble Your Brain
This article strays off the path of what we've discussed in class. It talks about the negative results of interactive media, specifically with smart phones. While interactivity is a good thing, too much exposure to media can be bad. The article talks about multitasking, and how it is making us less capable of focused and personal interactions. The article mentions college students and their media use. That's us! The average college student accesses three media sources simultaneously. This greatly impedes the ability to pay attention. Since I've had a smart phone, I'm going to be honest Abe, and say it's definitely been a distraction in the classroom. It's almost like we're emotionally attached to our phones.
This article relates to internet communication, because we have the internet in our pockets. Phones are now our primary source for internet activity. Interactivity on phones can be measured by successful and popular apps. The more ratings and downloads an app has, the more likely you are to get it. Web design has a lot to do with how successful an app is. Once again, media interactivity can be seen in a positive light. Just be careful to avoid clutter, and multitasking too much.
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